Car Accident Whiplash Claims
Claiming for car accident whiplash compensation is simple with Accident Claims UK. We have a panel of expert personal injury solicitors ** who can guide, assist, and support you in making a claim. Below are some guidelines as to how we work, and an overview of the values of compensation amounts that will typically be paid. Call helpline now to start your car accident whiplash claim.
Claim for Whiplash After a Car Accident – Our lines are open all day every day. Simply call our helpline number on 01252354433^ now to speak to a specialist in car accident whiplash. Calls are confidential, and we will simply ask you a few questions before guiding you on next steps regarding how to get compensation for your injuries.
In line with FCA Regulations, you are entitled – if you fulfil the necessary criteria – to make a claim for injury arising from a motor accident in the UK to the Claims Portal. You do not need to instruct a solicitor and can submit a claim free of charge. Our panel solicitors will charge a fee for providing advice and submitting your claim. This fee may be up to 25% of the claim value plus VAT. We will be able to inform you in more detail when you enquire on 01252354433^.
What is Whiplash?
Car accident whiplash accounts for quite a high proportion of personal injury claims and is defined whereby a person has pain or discomfort to their neck – caused by a sudden movement that can occur during a car accident. If a medical professional diagnoses you with whiplash, then it’s possible to claim for car accident whiplash via our team of solicitors **.
A whiplash injury is amongst the most frequent types of injuries that occur on the UK roads. Being involved in a road traffic accident can have quite a large impact on your well-being – that’s where our lawyers ** can assist you in claiming for compensation.
With accidents costing UK businesses around £3 Billion pounds each year (according to ROSPA), you might be surprised to hear that we are still one of the safest countries to drive in.
Symptoms of Car Accident Whiplash
Victims will typically report the following discomfort and injuries in the following types of areas or combinations. These symptoms can sometimes take hours or days to develop.
- Pain or stiffness in the neck area
- Unable to move the neck freely
- Sore shoulders
- Headaches or migraines
Car accident whiplash compensation is our expertise, so don’t delay and call us today to discuss a no win, no fee * approach to settling your claim.
How do You Claim for Whiplash After a Car Accident?
In order to progress with compensation and to find out what amount you could be due, we will need a few details from you, including:
- Date and location of the car accident
- The circumstances of the incident
To ensure that we stand the best chance of success with your whiplash claim and receive the best possible compensation payment amount, please ensure that you have as much information and detail to hand as possible. You will need to attend a medical consultation, but in addition to that we will need records or details of the accident – as much as you can get.
If you have any contact details of witnesses, then that would be very useful. Some clients are also able to provide photographic evidence, which can sometimes help too.
Don’t worry if you cannot supply everything that we have written out in this guide to whiplash car accident compensation. Just by calling us, we can lead you through the process and give you a very quick assessment on whether you will be successful in a claim.
Our solicitors ** are amongst the best in the UK when it comes to personal injury. With years of experience, we can support you through the legal process, and act on your behalf, so you get the best possible financial compensation. If you would like us to assess your claim, then telephone us today on 01252354433^.
Car Accident Whiplash Compensation – Can You Claim?
In the event of a whiplash injury, you will need the services of an experienced personal injury lawyer **. Our solicitors ** are on call, so pick up the phone and talk to a specialist now to see if you qualify for compensation.
Whilst the law regarding compensation for whiplash car accident cases can be complex — in particular to those not experienced — our solicitors ** have a track record of winning very successful payment amounts.
When filing a car accident whiplash claim with our solicitors **, you will be informed each and every step of the way on how much car accident whiplash compensation you might receive.
How Much Compensation for Whiplash in a Car Accident?
There are some general payment guidelines that we can share with you that will typically be paid out in compensation for a whiplash car accident.
- Minor Whiplash Injuries: Maximum of £2,900 for neck pain up to 12 months, or a maximum of £5,200 for neck pain lasting up to 24 months.
- Moderate Whiplash Injuries: Maximum of £9,000 for neck pain lasting a few years with a risk of pain returning, or a maximum of £16,000 for permanent pain.
- Severe Whiplash Injuries: Maximum of £97,500 for severe pain and permanent lasting damage to the spine.
In addition to car accident whiplash compensation amounts being paid for the pain and suffering, our solicitors ** will also help you to recoup on any expenses or bills that you have incurred due to the injury. Types of expenses that you can claim for include amounts such as:
- Damage to your car or vehicle
- Any repair costs, or costs of hiring a replacement car
- Money for loss of use of your car calculated on a daily rate
- Car and vehicle recovery expenses
- Storage expenses if the car was stored whilst awaiting repairs
- Costs of any fuel left in the tank at time of accident
Those are just expenses you can claim for relating to your car. We can also look to claim for car accident whiplash compensation on other things too, such as:
- Travel expenses such as taxis and public transport
- Medical treatment costs including pain relief remedies
- Loss of income, wages, and earnings
- Costs for any support and care you received from family
- Costs for professional nursing care and support
- Holiday compensation if you had to cancel any trips
You can even claim for loss of enjoyment. As strange as that sounds let’s say you went on holiday soon after suffering from car accident whiplash and could not enjoy your time away, then we can also look at that for you.
We also have some information on whiplash claim calculators, including why we don’t suggest that you use them when assessing compensation amounts.
Contact Our Accident Claim Specialists Today
Call us on 01252354433^ to discuss your personal injury claim, or if you would like to contact Accident Claims UK online, please complete our enquiry form. We’re here to help.